Sontags, Pelerines, Habit-Shirts, and Bosom Friends, c.1840-1860

For the 10th Day of Christmas, some references for a particular variety of warm garment, generally called a sontag in reenacting circles. As you can see, there's a lot of variation in the terminology, but all of these garments are sleeveless knit or crochet pieces which cover the chest, back, and shoulders (more or less). Some fasten close around the body with ties and buttons, while others have…